I have a problem with people who have a problem with Danica Patrick.
Aside from Jimmie Johnson, she’s probably the best thing that’s happened to motor-sports since Ricky Bobby.
People who say that she’s not actually good and only gets attention because she’s prettier than the lead singer at a hootenanny, are absolutely right.
NASCAR and IndyCar have a loyal following but that following has, for the most part, stayed consistent within the boundaries of Toby Keith fans and hardcore Toby Keith fans. Danica Patrick is helping to reign in some more diverse viewership.
There is a significant knock against Danica in that she is, at best, an OK driver. But that should change once she garners more experience.
Also, women don...